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S140 JLW

1999 Daihatsu Charade

Purple Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,706 mi
Last recorded47,706 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 1999 Daihatsu Charade63,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS140 JLW
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 47,706 miles

rear exhaust leak

Pass 3 Jul 2019 43,428 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 43,428 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 39,107 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 39,095 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 34,860 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 31,405 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 27,798 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 22,654 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 21,187 miles

both rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 30 Mar 2012 20,780 miles

all four tyres perishing

Pass 3 Feb 2012 20,823 miles

nsr tyre side wall cracking

Pass 4 Feb 2011 20,174 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 19,696 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 19,177 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 18,621 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 18,018 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 17,597 miles

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Charade?

Based on 135,246 MOT tests across 13,124 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,470
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
13,124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,998
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,937
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,411
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 3,032
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,840
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S140 JLW is a 1999 Daihatsu Charade in Purple with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 63,815 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Charade fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,998 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S140 JLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Charade typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 27 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S140 JLW registered?

S140 JLW is a 1999 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S140 JLW safe to buy?

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